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Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville’s CREW activated its cold weather shelters Sunday night—services expanded with a shelter opening at First Church in Siloam Springs at 6 p.m. that offers meals, a warm place to sleep for up to 50 people—and officials will decide Monday night whether to reopen additional sites. 4029 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in Fulbright College’s course practiced professional conversation during a networking event held at the Cordia Harrington Student Success Center, where campus professionals helped them build confidence and learn vital career skills. The event demonstrated real-world learning for future success. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Arkansas officials will fund every eligible student for educational freedom accounts for the 2025-26 school year — more than 51,000 students applied with only 289 found ineligible. Lawmakers approved funding increases while state education leaders stand by universal access for each child. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington County has enforced a burn ban since Christmas while Benton County began a 24‑hour ban on Dec. 28 amid dry, windy conditions that heighten fire risks — local officials urge residents to follow the restrictions to ensure safety. 5 News
- ➤ Earlier this year, Ozark Regional Transit set a record for ridership in Springdale as officials reported record numbers before year's end. The agency planned to continue improving transit options for local communities. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas women’s basketball team (11-3) returns from Christmas break to host Arkansas State (10-3) at Bud Walton Arena today at 2 p.m. on SEC Network. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The No. 18 Razorbacks will play their final nonconference game today at Walton Arena at 7 p.m. against James Madison, following a Dec. 20 loss to Houston as they prepare for their SEC opener on Jan. 3. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Time Travel Half-Marathon and 5k/10k
9 AM — MY-T-BY-DESIGN Therapeutic Art Studio — Family-friendly race — Lace up for a race that promises a dash through time and fun.
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The Music Man
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Family-friendly show — Watch Harold Hill's charming antics as he attempts to con a town into believing in music.
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Vanderbilt Commodores vs Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball
8-10 p.m. — Bud Walton Arena — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling college basketball showdown as the Razorbacks take on the Commodores.
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Frozen Toes 5K / 15K Trail Run
9 AM – 1 PM — Kessler Mountain Regional Park — Registration fees apply — Experience Fayetteville's annual trail running race in the cold weather at Kessler Mountain.
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Fayetteville Wheelmen Group Ride
1:30 p.m. — Columbus House Brewery and Tap Room — Free — Enjoy a no-drop group ride around Fayetteville with fellow cycling enthusiasts.
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